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Southeastern Michigan Health Association (SEMHA) employees are positioned at various locations throughout the State of Michigan. A SEMHA job posting can be placed with SEMHA partners; such as our local health departments, institutions, community-based organizations along with being positioned at SEMHA. We thank you for your interest and sharing your passion to contribute your talents within the sector of non-profit.
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Part-timeDescription
LOCATION: Southeastern MI Health Association - Detroit, MI 48202
********** This is a Hybrid Position**********
JOB SUMMARY: The Community Health Worker (CHW) will provide support for patients in specialty care clinical settings (e.g., bariatric surgery clinics) by identifying patients’ social care needs (e.g., food insecurity, housing instability, lack of transportation) that may prevent them from achieving the best healthcare outcomes and will link them to appropriate resources and services to address these barriers. The CHW will become a part of the clinical care team and is responsible for helping patients and their families navigate and access community services, other resources, and adopt necessary healthy behaviors. The CHW’s activities will provide social support to patients while also providing support to clinicians as they provide effective treatment and care to clients.
This role is part of a pilot program in partnership with the Michigan Bariatric Surgery Collaborative (MBSC), a Collaborative Quality Initiative that works to address many of the most common and costly areas of surgical and medical care in Michigan. This opportunity is open to candidates interested in training for a career as a CHW and includes Michigan CHW Certification Training for to candidates to prepare for this important role.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Complete Michigan Community Health Worker Certification.
- Establish trusting relationships with patients and their families.
- Have strong knowledge of available community resources to support identified needs.
- Provide patients with connections to assistance for necessary services
- Act as a patient advocate and liaison between the patient/family and community service agencies.
- Work closely with medical providers to help ensure patients have comprehensive and coordinated care plans.
- Provide regular quantitative and qualitative reports to partners and other stakeholders.
- Complete all requisite plans, reports (monthly & quarterly), and documents pursuant to the requirements of the funding sources.
- Work with Specialty Care Practice Managers and Provider Networks to identify barriers, solutions and implement strategies that improve best practices, metrics, and reporting at local and state levels.
- Provide specific outreach and education efforts regarding best practices around specialty care.
- Share outcomes with fellow agency practice groups, and advocate individual providers, hospitals, health systems and Medicaid health plans.
- Work collaboratively with other clinical personnel AND Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Candidates must be at least 18 yrs. old.
- Community Health Worker Certification is not necessary as training and certification will be provided.
- Candidates already working as CHWs but are not currently certified will receive training and certification support. Such candidates are preferred.
ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Exhibit excellent customer service skills AND maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with a diverse population.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated enthusiasm for the work.
- Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office computer applications (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access), internet usage, and use of office machines.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision AND Demonstrated ability to work within a team-based environment.
- Valid Michigan driver’s license and automobile insurance coverage.
Salary: $43,333.00 Annually
Employment Type: Part-Time with Benefits
Classification: Exempt
Work Hours: 32 hr. weekly
Benefits:
- Health insurance, Dental insurance, and Vision insurance
- 401a & 403b (Retirement plan)
- Paid time off (Holidays, Vacation, Personal, & Sick time)
- Employee assistance program
- Various Voluntary Benefit Options
Application Deadline: July 10th, 2024.
Please contact SEMHA HR Department if you need assistance to upload resume or make application online.
Salary Description
$43,333.00 AnnuallyJob Type
Full-timeDescription
LOCATION: Wayne County Healthy Communities - Hamtramck, MI 48212
POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for assisting with the accounting function for the two FQHC Clinics. The individual is responsible for managing expense reports, entering financial data into the accounting system, working with the general ledger, account payables, and account receivable components of the accounting function. Reviewing, analyzing, monitoring, and reconciling daily cash and billing records to ensure accuracy.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Analyzes financial statements and prepares reports and recommendations to Top Management and the Board of Directors concerning financial performance.
- Annually creates a capital plan that aligns with overall business plans and strategies and reviews the capital plan with Top Management and the Board of Directors.
- Annually reviews and updates related party transaction policies and procedures with Top Management and the Board of Directors; and reviews, approves, and discloses related party transactions, and annually distributes the Related Party Transaction Conflict of Interest Questionnaire.
- Arranges and chairs financial management meetings and prepares financial reports and presentations for scheduled financial management meetings.
- Creates and reviews all period-end activities to ensure the period-end financial statements accurately reflect the results of the Company’s activities and is familiar with the specific software procedures for keeping the prior year open until all final closing adjustments have been made and approved.
- Ensures that processes needed for the financial management system are established, implemented, and maintained, and reports to the CEO and Board of Directors (or Advisory Board) on the performance of the financial management system and reports any need for its improvement.
- Is the main point of contact between the Company and the External Auditor and coordinates Company audit activities and responses.
- Manages banking relationships, the check signing authority process, and alerts all individuals and banks of any changes to authority.
- Prepares and submits all financial statements as required by law and by company policy.
- Prepares forecasted financial statements and prepares reports and recommendations to Top Management and the Board of Directors concerning forecasted financial statements.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ability to work independently with a high level of organizational skills, and experience working with accounting systems and procedures.
- Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong mathematics background.
- Ability to follow set policies, procedures, and priorities for the accounting function.
- Proven track record for improving process efficiencies and solving problems, and detail oriented.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Economics
- Master’s Degree preferred
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Preferred
Salary: $120,000 Annually
Employment Type: Full-Time
Classification: Exempt
Open Position(s): 1
Benefits:
- Health insurance, Dental insurance, and Vision insurance
- 401a & 403b
- Long Term Disability
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off (Holidays, Vacation, Personal, & Sick time)
- Retirement plan
- Various Voluntary Benefit Options
Application Deadline: June 9th, 2024.
Please contact SEMHA HR Department if you need assistance to upload resume or make application online.
Salary Description
$120,000 AnnuallyJob Type
Part-timeDescription
LOCATION: Wayne County Health Department - Wayne, MI 48184
POSITION SUMMARY: This employee is responsible for assisting the WIC registered dietitian in the Wayne County WIC offices by determining client eligibility. The employee will document appropriately; maintain client confidentiality; maintain client records and reports and work collaboratively within the WIC program and other community projects. The employee will complete all training requirements some of which may include state travel.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Performs duties that may include)
- Maintain confidential protected health information according to Department policy and Procedure.
- Perform a complete nutrition assessment.
- Determine applicant eligibility for the WIC Program.
- Perform anthropometric and hematological assessments for applicants.
- Review immunization records in accordance with the current WIC policies and procedures.
- Develop nutrition educations plans for the participants.
- Provide nutrition education including breastfeeding encouragement and support.
- Assign appropriate food packages.
- Use educational materials for participant's utilizing the principles of cultural humility.
- Make referrals for nutritional, health, social, or psychological services as necessary.
- Create a problem list for the high-risk participants.
- Document all activities and follow-up interventions appropriately.
- Complete reports as assigned in a timely manner.
- Participates in time studies as necessary.
- Participates in emergency preparedness activities.
- Assist clients in all matters of customer service.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS: (Items needed to start and/or keep position)
- Effective communication skills.
- Ability to accept responsibility for carrying out required tasks.
- Full time access to an insured, reliable automobile (mileage reimbursement is provided)
- Valid driver's license.
- Proof of auto insurance. and
- Ability to work anywhere from 32 - 24 hours/week on a flexible schedule.
JOB PREREQUISITES: (Candidate has)
- Skill in computers and software programs including Microsoft Word and Excel and Access.
- Knowledge of the Internet and the use of Web fonns and Web based programs.
- Knowledge of modem office practices and procedures.
- Skilled in filing and maintaining office records.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to learn assigned new tasks.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutritional Sciences, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics or Public Health Nutrition; or, is registered as a Dietetic Technician (emphasis in community/clinical nutrition) through the American Academy of Nutrition and Science.
- Candidate must have six months to one year of documented experience in providing nutrition services.
- Bilingual in English, Arabic or Spanish is a plus; but not required.
INDEPENDENT ACTION: Requires the ability to work independently.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Assist and direct as needed when direct supervisor is not available.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsibility for completing and maintaining written and electronic reports and deadlines.
- Responsibility of knowing how to use office equipment, including computers, printers and scanners.
- Physical demands include lifting to 15 lbs., bending, walking, stairs, talking, and some overnight travel.
Salary: $22.50 hourly
Employment Type: Part-Time with benefits (2 positions) & Part-Time without Benefits (1 position)
Work Hours: 32 hrs. weekly (2 position) & 24 hrs. weekly (1 position)
Classification: Non-Exempt
Open Position(s): 2
Benefits:
- Health insurance, Dental insurance, and Vision insurance
- 401a & 403b
- Long Term Disability
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off (Holidays, Vacation, Personal, & Sick time)
- Retirement plan
- Voluntary Benefit Options
Application Deadline: July 6th, 2024
Please contact SEMHA HR Department if you need assistance to upload resume or make application online.
Salary Description
$22.50 hourlyJob Type
Full-timeDescription
WORK LOCATION: Wayne County Healthy Community - Hamtramck, MI 48212
POSITION SUMMARY: The entry level Medical Assistant position at FQHC is responsible for a variety of medical related tasks that support the work of our Physicians and Physician Extenders (PA, NP). Our team of professionals provide comprehensive training to individuals that have a true interest in building a rewarding medical assistant career.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Patient Care:
- Prepares examination room and patient for clinician examination and ensures that medical equipment/instruments are cleaned and sanitized prior to use.
- Assist and performs basic medical procedures under the direct supervision of licensed medical professional, including administering injections and collecting lab specimens.
- Records vitals including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and weight accurately and obtains medical history and verifies reason for the medical visit.
- Initiates special precautions when a communicable disease is reported.
- Ensures all bio-hazard equipment, instruments, materials, PPE, etc. are properly disposed of
Administrative Support:
- Assist patients with check-in process and vaccine appointments when needed.
- Prepares and completes EHR chart and superbills to ensure all diagnosis codes and appropriate notations are included.
- Maintains accurate immunizations logs including record of dispensed immunizations, temperature logs, incident documentation, etc.
- Completes forms for clinician review including calling in prescriptions and completing patient referrals and putting in lab orders.
- Processes mail and patient information requests for clinician review and approval.
- Contacts patients to schedule follow-up visits related to test results.
- Answer calls from patients.
- Operates medical equipment for testing, cleaning i.e., autoclave, blood glucose monitor.
- Maintains clinical supplies in exam rooms and does necessary re-ordering of supplies.
- Maintains proper functioning and sterilization of medical equipment.
- Performs other duties as requested by the medical and WIC staff.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE
- School Diploma or equivalent
- One (1) year experience in a healthcare environment
- One (1) year experience providing office reception services.
- Completion of a Certified Medical Assistant program is preferred, but not required.
- Preferred ability to speak, read and write in Arabic and Bengali
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Proficiency creating, using and maintaining electronic medical records in EHS and EMR
- Ability to develop and effectively maintain relationships with vendors/providers for EHS, EMR, and or other services related to maintaining electronic records and the data therein.
- Must demonstrate and competently understand the sensitivity and confidentiality status of the patients’ information.
- Must demonstrate an understanding of medical terminology.
- Must possess valid driver’s license.
- Must adhere to the Confidentiality and HIPAA policies.
- Skilled with working in a complex work environment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times and maintain organizationally appropriate relationships.
- Knowledge of organization policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of computer, systems, and applications.
- Skilled in exercising initiative, appropriate judgment, problem-solving and decision making.
- Skilled in developing and maintaining effective relationships with patients, customers and other staff.
Salary: $16 hourly (negotiable based on certificate & experience)
Employment Type: Part-Time without benefits or Full- time with benefits
Classification: Non-Exempt
Benefits:
- Health insurance, Dental insurance, and Vision insurance
- 401a & 403b
- Long Term Disability
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off (Holidays, Vacation, Personal, & Sick time)
- Retirement plan
- Various Voluntary Benefit Options
Application Deadline: June 28th, 2024.
Please contact SEMHA HR Department if you need assistance to upload resume or make application online.
Salary Description
$16 hourlyJob Type
Part-timeDescription
LOCATION: Wayne County Health Department - Wayne, 48184
POSITION SUMMARY: Working for the Wayne County Health, Human & Veterans Services; under the supervision of the Environmental Management Unit Chief, the Environmental Program Assistant will be responsible for conducting mosquito surveillance, identifying mosquitoes by species, and submitting specimens for laboratory testing.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Contact businesses in Wayne County to request permission to conduct mosquito surveillance on their property.
- Monitor weather conditions for optimal mosquito surveillance.
- Set mosquito traps in appropriate locations for the target species and collect the traps the following day.
- Sort and identify mosquitoes by species and submit specimens for laboratory testing.
- Maintain a database of surveillance results.
- Charge batteries, maintain surveillance equipment, and keep an orderly workspace.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- MUST have a valid driver’s license, an acceptable safe driving record, and a reliable and insured automobile.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- At least two years of college with courses in biology or other sciences required.
- Candidates working towards a degree in Biology, Environmental Health, or a closely related field are preferred.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ability to work in an office environment, laboratory and outside in field conditions.
- Ability to walk up and down stairs, over uneven terrain, and through fields, woods or industrial locations.
- Ability to lift, move, carry equipment and supplies that weigh up to 50 pounds.
SALARY: $16.50 hourly
Employment Type: Part-Time - Summer Job
Classification: Non-Exempt
Benefits: None
Application Deadline: June 4th, 2024.
Please include a Cover Letter & an updated Resume with the application
Please contact SEMHA HR Department if you need assistance to upload resume or make application online.
Salary Description
$16.50 hourlyJob Type
Full-timeDescription
LOCATION: Wayne County Healthy Communities, Wayne, MI 48184
SUMMARY: Our thriving medical practice needs an experienced Medical Receptionist who can take over the administrative duties involved with coordinating patient and physician schedules as well as bookkeeping, file management and office organization. We're looking for a professional who believes that patients should be treated as people rather than numbers in a file, and who understands the value of compassionate service. The job includes significant amounts of multi-tasking, but the ideal candidate will know when to slow down, look patients in the eye and provide personalized service.
REQUIREMENRS:
- Welcomes patients and visitors in person or on the telephone, answering or referring inquiries.
- Optimizes patients' satisfaction, provider time, and treatment room utilization by scheduling appointments in a timely fashion with the ability to multitask.
- Keeps patient appointments on schedule by notifying provider of patient's arrival; reviewing service delivery compared to schedule; reminding provider of service delays.
- Call patients to remind them of upcoming appointments and to help them schedule testing for off site services
- Provide patients with intake and new patient forms as well as copies of our office policies and legally required documents
- Ensures availability of treatment information by filing and retrieving patient records.
- Maintains patient accounts by obtaining, recording, and updating personal and financial information.
- Obtains revenue by recording and updating financial information; recording and collecting patient charges; controlling credit extended to patients; filing, collecting, and expediting third-party claims.
- Maintains office inventory and equipment by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies; scheduling equipment service and repairs.
- Notifies medical assistants and other clinical staff when important shipments such as vaccines arrive.
- Protects patients' rights by maintaining confidentiality of personal and financial information.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Can answer phone calls promptly and answer multiple phone lines.
- Able to speak to angry patients in a calm manner and diffuse tense situations.
- Work with providers and clinical staff to coordinate care for patient.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High School diploma
- One (1) year customer service experience in healthcare
- Medical Assistant certificate preferred.
JOB PREREQUISITES:
- Must have excellent written & verbal skills.
- Must have basic understanding of medical terminology.
- Must have basic understanding of patient charges and insurance information.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsibility for maintaining records, reports, deadlines.
- Responsibility of knowing how office machine/equipment must be operated.
- Physical demands/ emotional demands and any other demands usual or unusual.
Salary: $16.00 hourly
Employment Type: Full-Time
Classification: Non-exempt
Benefits:
- Health insurance, Dental insurance, and Vision insurance
- 401a & 403b
- Long Term Disability
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off (Holidays, Vacation, Personal, & Sick time)
- Retirement plan
- Voluntary Benefit Options
Application Deadline: June 3rd, 2024
Please contact SEMHA HR Department if you need assistance to upload resume or make application online.